Peninsula Park Community Center Winter 2013

Portland Parks & Recreation - Winter 2013

Winter 2013

Peninsula Park Community Center • Visit the Indoor Park! Pg 4 • Keep warm & stay active this winter with a variety of fitness classes! Pg 25

Register on-line at www.PortlandParks.org 1 Peninsula Park Community Center 503-823-PLAY

503-823-3620

Commissioner Nick Fish Director Mike Abbaté

Portland Parks & Recreation - Winter 2013

Peninsula Park Community Center

Kids Day Off Camps!

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700 N Rosa Parks Way 97217 Telephone: 503.823.3620 Fax: 503.823.3134 Building Director: Phil Lewis, CPRP Recreation Coordinator: Deborah Harris Recreation Coordinator: Charli Krause Early Childhood Education Specialist: Joyce Kilby Session Dates: Session A: Session B: Saturday Session:

January 7 - February 15 February 18 - March 15 January 26 - March 16

Building Hours: Mon-Thurs 9am-9pm Fri 9am-5pm Sat 9am-2pm (1/26-3/16) Sun Closed – Rentals Available!

Building Closures: Dec 24-25 Dec 31-Jan 1 January 21 February 18

Christmas New Years MLK Day Presidents’ Day

Course Minimum Enrollment: Please be sure to note the start and end date when registering. Classes not meeting minimum enrollment by the first class meeting are subject to cancellation for that session.

Bus Lines: #4 Fessenden, #75 Lombard/39th, #44 Mocks Crest, #6 MLK Parking: On Street Disabled Access: Partially accessible Entrances: Accessible Parking: Accessible Restrooms: Accessible Inclusion Services: Portland Parks & Recreation provides accommodations to individuals with disabilities/special needs, so they may receive an equal opportunity to participate in programs. For information on requesting accommodations see page 25 or call 503-823-4328.

Coffee With The Building Director: You are invited to share your thoughts, comments & ideas with Phil. No registration required. Monday, February 4th, 6-7pm.

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Table of Contents Peninsula Park CC Special Events..................................... 3 Drop-in Programs...........................................................4-5 Peninsula Arts Academy................................................6-11 Peninsula Gymnastics Academy..................................12-13 Parent/Child Activities................................................14-15 Birthday Party Packages................................................... 15 Preschool Sports Classes.................................................. 16 Educational Preschool...................................................... 17 Youth Sports, Leagues & Martial Arts............................. 18 Girls Inc............................................................................ 19 Eggstravaganza................................................................. 19 Winter Break Camps - Preschool & Youth................20-21 Spring Break Camps - Preschool & Youth...................... 22 Adult Classes & Activities...........................................23-25 55+ Activities..................................................................... 25

Inclement Weather: In the event of inclement weather, Peninsula Park Community Center follows these guidelines: • Our classes are cancelled before noon - when Portland Public Schools declare a late opening.

• Our classes are cancelled all day - when Portland Public Schools cancel for the entire day.

We will open at noon on severe weather days as defined above and will still hold drop-in activities.

While we are experiencing inclement weather, please call for the most updated information. Our phone message is updated with every change in schedule.

www.facebook.com/PeninsulaParkCC

100

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of Peninsula Park Community Center!

Save the date for our Centennial Celebration: June 27, 2012

Summer Camp Registration begins February 13, 2012!

Visit www.portlandparks.org or call your local community center for more details!

A full listing of Summer Camp offerings will be available in the Spring Guide which is out the first week of March.

We have a trampoline!

Check out our new trampoline and active movement classes!

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You and your family are invited to our Valentine Dance!

Cake, Punch, Activities & Music will be provided.

Date: Friday, February 8th Location: Peninsula Gym Cost: FREE All Ages: 6-8pm Register On-Line at www.PortlandParks.org

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Portland Parks & Recreation - Winter 2013 Drop in Programs - Intergenerational

Art Park age: 1-5

Fee

Monday

$1.50/visit

10:30-11:30am

Baby Gym age: 6-17mo

$1/visit

Indoor Park age: 1-5

$1/visit

Toddler Gym age: 1½ -3

$1/visit

Game Room age: 8-17

Family Sports Fever age: 6-12

9:30-11am 1-2:15pm

9:30-11am 1-2:15pm

9:30-11am

3:30-7pm

3:30-7pm

3:30-7pm

Monday

$2/visit

Homeschool Youth Tuesday Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Thursday

Friday

1-2:30pm

Young Adults Tuesday Wednesday 3:30-5:30pm

3:30-5:30pm

Adult Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

7:00-8:30pm

7:00-8:30pm

7:00-8:30pm

Fee

Monday

Game Room age: 18 & up

Free

7:00-8:30pm

Pilates age: 14 & up

$10/visit

7-8pm

Yoga age: 14 & up

$10/visit

7-8:15pm

Zumba age: 14 & up

$10/visit

6-7pm

Sweet & Simple Fitness age: 14 & up

$10/visit

9-6pm

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Friday

Thursday

3:30-7pm

1-2:30pm

9:30-11am

Wednesday

Free

$1

9:30-11am 11:30am-1pm

Monday

Monday

Friday

1-2:15pm

11:30am-1pm

Fee

Fee

Thursday 10:30-11:30am

Youth Tuesday

Fee Basketball age: 18-26

Parent & Child Tuesday Wednesday

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Friday

Portland Parks & Recreation Drop in Programs - Intergenerational Art Park age: 1-5 Unleash your child’s talents while sharing time & craft activities together. A variety of stations allow you & your child to explore elements such as playdough, gak, murals, paints & collage developing concepts of shape, color & texture. Punch passes also available.

Game Room - Everyone age: 8-17 Spend your leisure time playing in our game room. Use our equipment to chill-out & meet friends! Equipment includes pool, ping-pong, foosball & board games.

Deposits are required (school ID, 50¢, etc.) & will be returned when equipment is returned. Check us out!

Drop-In M & Th 10:30-11:30am 1/7-3/21

Drop-In M-Th 3:30-7pm

1/7-3/21

Free

Basketball - Open Play age: 18-26 Regular physical activity is one of the very best methods of health insurance! Come exercise, boost your energy level & relieve stress.

Baby Gym age: 6-17mos Crawl this way! Indoor Park toys too big for your baby? Here’s an alternative in our mat room. No need to worry as little ones explore our soft & safe environment. Playful & challenging activities gently encourage your child to develop strength, coordination, & body awareness.

Drop-In Tu & W 9:30-11am Drop-In Tu,W,Th 1-2:15pm

1/8-3/20 1/8-3/21

$1/child $1/child

Indoor Park age: 1-5 Children’s play is essential in the human development process! Indoor Park is a safe & cooperative playtime for children accompanied by parents. Encourages the development of motor skills while helping children gain experience with group interaction & cooperative play on equipment, cars & assorted toys. Parents are responsible for supervising their children.

Drop-In M,Th,F 9:30-11am

1/7-3/22

$1/child

Toddler Gym! age: 1½-3 Do you have a tumbling tike? Increase your child’s body awareness, strength & flexibility during time on our gymnastics equipment. Share time together in the spirit of playfulness bonding with your child.

Drop-In Tu & W 11:30-1pm

1/8-3/20

$1/child

Drop-In T & Th 3:30-5:30pm

1/8-3/21

$2/visit

Game Room – Adult Time age: 18 & up Spend your leisure time playing in our game room. Use our equipment to chill-out & meet friends! Equipment includes pool, ping-pong, foosball & board games.

Deposits are required (drivers license, 50¢, etc.) & will be returned when equipment is returned. Check us out!

Drop-In M-Th 7:30-8:30pm

1/7-3/21

Free

Family Sports Fever-Homeschool Drop In age: 6-12 Run! Pass! Kick! Score! Participate in recreational activities & acquire skills in a variety of games such as kickball, floor hockey, basketball, & soccer. Exercise, group challenges, & free time combine together in a structured setting to encourage healthy lifestyle choices.

Drop-In M,W

1-2:30pm

1/8-3/20

$1/child

Coffee with the Center Director You are invited to share your thoughts, comments & ideas with Phil.

No registration required.

Monday, February 4th, 6-7pm Register On-Line at www.PortlandParks.org

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Dance • Theatre • Music The Peninsula Performing Arts Academy provides a variety of choices of performance arts to all ages! Our Academy focuses on three mediums: Theatre, Dance & Music.

6 months - 4 years

For the youngest participants we have our “Exploring Movement” classes. These classes are designed to engage parents & children in a positive, fun & active experience. If you & your child are interested in music, be sure to check-out our “Music - Exploring Together!” course located with the Music Program.

3 years - 6 years

At age 3, children are eligible to join our progression based educational arts programs. Students ages 3-6 can work on their balance & coordination with our Level I dance classes. These courses are traditionally some of our most popular courses and they focus on the introduction to various dance mediums, including: creative movement, ballet, tap, and hip-hop.

6 years - 14 years

Students can further develop their dance technique in ballet, tap, or hip-hop. Through our Theater program, students can participate in a performing piece that integrates vocal music, dance and theatre arts. The “American Musical Showcase” class is an interactive and popular program that performs well-known Broadway shows quarterly. Students enrolled in most Level I dance programs or above will participate alongside the theater students to make the show truly the culminating center of the performing arts academy. Children may repeat our classes as new concepts & materials will continue to be introduced.

At age 6, students can enroll for private guitar, piano, violin, or vocal lessons held weekly at Peninsula at an incredible value.

14 years & up

For our students who are 14 & up, we offer a variety of courses in every category. Classes include: Guitar, Ballet, Tap and Theatre. In addition the center offers a wide variety of adult fitness courses and courses designed for both parent & child to attend.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us!

~Peninsula Performing Arts Team 700 N Rosa Parks Way 97217 Telephone: 503.823.3620 Fax: 503.823.3134

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Dance • Theatre • Music Private Music Lessons Guitar Private Lessons 391581 391582 391583 391584 391585 391586 391587 391588 391589 391590 391591 391592

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6-6:30pm 6:30-7pm 7-7:30pm 7:30-8pm 8-8:30pm 8:30-9pm 6-6:30pm 6:30-7pm 7-7:30pm 7:30-8pm 8-8:30pm 8:30-9pm

age: 6 & up Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 4 Classes: 4 Classes: 4 Classes: 4 Classes: 4 Classes: 4

Piano Private Lessons 391593 391594 391595 391596 391597 391598 391599 391600 391601 391602 391603 391604

Tu Tu Tu Tu Tu Tu Tu Tu Tu Tu Tu Tu

6-6:30pm 6:30-7pm 7-7:30pm 7:30-8pm 8-8:30pm 8:30-9pm 6-6:30pm 6:30-7pm 7-7:30pm 7:30-8pm 8-8:30pm 8:30-9pm

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5-5:30pm 5:30-6pm 6-6:30pm 6:30-7pm 7-7:30pm 7:30-8pm 5-5:30pm 5:30-6pm 6-6:30pm 6:30-7pm 7-7:30pm 7:30-8pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5

1/8-2/12 1/8-2/12 1/8-2/12 1/8-2/12 1/8-2/12 1/8-2/12 2/19-3/19 2/19-3/19 2/19-3/19 2/19-3/19 2/19-3/19 2/19-3/19

Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5

1/9-2/13 1/9-2/13 1/9-2/13 1/9-2/13 1/9-2/13 1/9-2/13 2/20-3/20 2/20-3/20 2/20-3/20 2/20-3/20 2/20-3/20 2/20-3/20

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6-6:30pm 6:30-7pm 7-7:30pm 7:30-8pm 8-8:30pm 8:30-9pm 6-6:30pm 6:30-7pm 7-7:30pm 7:30-8pm 8-8:30pm 8:30-9pm

$45 $45 $45 $45 $45 $45 $36 $36 $36 $36 $36 $36

Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5

1/10-2/14 1/10-2/14 1/10-2/14 1/10-2/14 1/10-2/14 1/10-2/14 2/21-3/21 2/21-3/21 2/21-3/21 2/21-3/21 2/21-3/21 2/21-3/21

$54 $54 $54 $54 $54 $54 $45 $45 $45 $45 $45 $45

Performing Arts Academy Theatre Annie Jr age: 6-16 Participate in triple threat theatre training. Practice & integrate the skills of singing, dancing & acting as you prepare a performance piece. Your creativity & self-confidence soar as you discover the great music & stories of musical theatre.

390509 W

5:30-8:30pm Classes: 9

1/9-3/6

$75

Performance Dates: March 13 (Dress Rehearsal)

March 14th & 15th th

Musical Theatre - Annie Jr. Junior age: 4-7 Create a production while exploring acting, singing & dancing skills. Gain a well-rounded exposure to these dramatic arts that will increase self esteem & stage presence while expanding creativity & decision making abilities. This class is being combined with Pre-Ballet and students will be learning 1-2 songs/dances to perform in the Musical Theatre Performance.

391624 W

5:30-6pm

Classes: 9

1/9-3/6

$45

Performance Dates: March 13th (Dress Rehearsal)

March 14th & 15th

age: 6 & up

Violin Private Lessons 395368 395371 395383 395384 395385 395386 395387 395388 395389 395390 395391 395392

1/7-2/11 1/7-2/11 1/7-2/11 1/7-2/11 1/7-2/11 1/7-2/11 2/25-3/18 2/25-3/18 2/25-3/18 2/25-3/18 2/25-3/18 2/25-3/18

age: 6 & up

Private Voice Lessons 391605 391606 391607 391608 391609 391610 391611 391612 391613 391614 391615 391616

Musical Theatre Performance Program

$54 $54 $54 $54 $54 $54 $45 $45 $45 $45 $45 $45

age: 6 & up $54 $54 $54 $54 $54 $54 $45 $45 $45 $45 $45 $45

Youth Choir The Center Singers - Youth Choir age: 8-13 Just try to catch your breath in this high-energy group for young voices! Develop singing techniques, note reading skills, & accuracy of pitch & rhythm while making lasting friendships.

394739 W 394752 W

4-5pm 4-5pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 5

1/9-2/13 2/20-3/20

$48 $40

Register On-Line at www.PortlandParks.org

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Dance • Theatre • Music Exploring Movement

Exploring Music

Parent/Child Classes - Parent Participation is required.

Parent/Child Class - Parent Participation is Required

Dance! Dance! Dance!

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W W Th Th

3-3:30pm 3-3:30pm 10-10:30am 10-10:30am

age: 1-2 1/2 Classes: 6 Classes: 5 Classes: 6 Classes: 5

1/9-2/13 2/20-3/20 1/10-2/14 2/21-3/21

Ballet for Two 391542 391543 392113 392121

Th Th Th Th

4-4:30pm 4-4:30pm 11-11:30am 11-11:30am

$29 $24 $29 $24

age: 18mo-4 Classes: 6 Classes: 5 Classes: 6 Classes: 5

1/10-2/14 2/21-3/21 1/10-2/14 2/21-3/21

$29 $24 $29 $24

Exploring Movement Terrific Twirling 2’s & 3’s 391639 M 391640 M

11-11:30am 11-11:30am

Dance Creatively 391558 391559 391560 391561

M M Th Th

11:30-12pm 11:30-12pm 10:30-11am 10:30-11am

1/7-2/11 2/25-3/18

$24 $20

age: 2-4 Classes: 5 Classes: 4 Classes: 6 Classes: 5

391621 W 391622 W 391623 Sa

age: 6mo-2

2:15-2:45pm 2:15-2:45am 1-1:30pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 5 Classes: 8

1/7-2/11 2/25-3/18 1/10-2/14 2/21-3/21

$24 $20 $29 $24

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10:30-11am 10:30-11am 1:30-2pm

Classes: 5 Classes: 4 Classes: 8

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4-4:30pm 4-4:30pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 5

Tap Dance - Tiny Tappers 391634 391635 391636 391637 391638

W W Th Th Sa

391644 M 391645 M

age: 2-4 1/7-2/11 2/25-3/18 1/26-3/16

$24 $20 $39

4-4:30pm 4-4:30pm 11:30-12pm 11:30-12pm 11:30-12pm

391553 Th 391554 Th

age: 3-6 1/10-2/14 2/21-3/21

$29 $24

age: 3-6 Classes: 6 Classes: 5 Classes: 6 Classes: 5 Classes: 8

1/9-2/13 2/20-3/20 1/10-2/14 2/21-3/21 1/26-3/16

$29 $24 $29 $24 $39

age: 3-6 10-10:30am 10-10:30am

Classes: 5 Classes: 4

Dance – Funk & Hip Hop

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$29 $24 $39

Hip Hop & Tap Classes

Tip Tap Toes

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1/9-2/13 2/20-3/20 1/26-3/16

Music - Exploring Together!

Dance - Tiny Hip Hoppers age: 2-3

Classes: 5 Classes: 4

Music Babies!

4:30-5:15 pm Classes: 6 4:30-5:15 pm Classes: 5

1/7-2/11 2/25-3/18

$24 $20

age: 6-14 1/10-2/14 2/21-3/21

$29 $24

Portland Parks & Recreation

Dance • Theatre • Music Ballet Classes

Adult Dance Classes

Ballet - Pre Ballet Where Dreams Begin 391528 391529 391530 391531 391532 391533 391534 391535 391536 391537 391538

M M W W Th Th Sa Sa Sa W W

12-12:30pm 12-12:30pm 3:30-4pm 3:30-4pm 12-12:30pm 12-12:30pm 11-11:30am 10:30-11am 10-10:30am 4:30-5pm 4:30-5pm

Classes: 5 Classes: 4 Classes: 6 Classes: 5 Classes: 6 Classes: 5 Classes: 8 Classes: 8 Classes: 8 Classes: 6 Classes: 5

Ballet - Pre Ballet Joie De Vivre!

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Th Th W W Sa

12:30-1pm 12:30-1pm 5-5:30pm 5-5:30pm 12-12:30pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 5 Classes: 6 Classes: 5 Classes: 8

Ballet - PrePrimary 391539 Th 391540 Th 391541 Sa

4:30-5pm 4:30-5pm 12:30-1pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 5 Classes: 8

$24 $20 $29 $24 $29 $24 $39 $39 $39 $29 $24

age: 4-7 1/10-2/14 2/21-3/21 1/9-2/13 2/20-3/20 1/26-3/16

$29 $24 $29 $24 $39

1/10-2/14 2/21-3/21 1/26-3/16

$29 $24 $39

age: 8-14 6-7pm 6-7pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 5

Dance & Motion - Family Dance 392606 Sa

1/7-2/11 2/25-3/18 1/9-2/13 2/20-3/20 1/10-2/14 2/21-3/21 1/26-3/16 1/26-3/16 1/26-3/16 1/9-2/13 2/20-3/20

age: 5-6

Ballet - Basics 391520 W 391521 W

age: 3-6

1:30-2:30pm Classes: 8

1/9-2/13 2/20-3/20

$39 $33

age: 8 & up 1/26-3/16

$39

Tap Dance - It’s Never Too Late To Start age: 14 & up Childhood dreams become a reality in this exciting & lively American art form. Embrace your inner dancer with moves that improve balance, ankle strength & flexibility. Basic shuffle, toe tap & time steps may be included.

391631 Sa

9-10am

Classes: 8

1/26-3/16

$48

Ballet – It’s Never Too Late to Start age: 14&up Transcend childhood dreams & dance! Improve coordination while developing agility, grace & poise.

A sensitive & caring atmosphere provides gentle toning, stretching & strengthening & injury prevention techniques. Attain goals for long term quality of life.

391522 Sa

10-11am

Classes: 8

1/26-3/16

$48

Ballet - Next Step Medley age: 14 & up Experience the time-honored traditions & grace of classical dance. Barre & floor work increase balance & improve posture & body alignment. Ideal for continuing dancers & those wanting the cross training benefits of agility & strength. $10 drop in fee. Limited sizes of Ballet & Tap shoes available to rent please call us.

392391 W 392392 W 394867 Sa

7-8pm 7-8pm 9-10am

Classes: 6 Classes: 5 Classes: 8

1/9-2/13 2/20-3/20 1/26-3/16

$36 $30 $48

Dance – Hip Hop Not Just for Kids! age: 14 & up Discover funk dancing! Check out an aerobic activity that helps build endurance, strength & balance while offering a beat that keeps you bouncing. The syncopation alone is worth it!

395748 W 395749 W

8-9pm 8-9pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 5

1/9-2/13 2/20-3/20

$36 $30

Our dance studio’s sprung, marley-topped floor was installed in June 2011. We love it!

Register On-Line at www.PortlandParks.org

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Dance • Theatre • Music Meet our Performing Arts Team!

Sandy Shaner has been a director, choreographer, performer and more for over 35 years. She has produced and directed for the Oregon Symphony, as well as been the Artistic Director for the former “Peanut Gallery Theatre”.

After receiving training at Portland State University and Portland Community College, Sandy has taught dance, theatre, and infant classes throughout the Portland-Metro area. She continues her education at PSU as a Psychology Major and plans to continue her love of the arts after completing her degree.

Mara Cogswell has been dancing with Portland Parks & Rec since she was 4 years old and took a “Mommy and Me” ballet class. She studied in the extensive youth training program and performed with the p ­ re-professional company “Metro Dancers”. Mara began teaching ballet in the community school programs run by PP&R when she was in high school. Her studies continued at the University of Oregon where she performed in both classical dance concerts and musical theater productions. Mara still performs with PP&Rs “Laurelhurst Dancers”.

Norah Zaharakis has been an active member in theatre as both a student and teacher for the past fifteen years. She studied vocal music & theatre at Humbolt State University in California. Some of her most recent e­ xperiences are volunteering with the Portland Theatre Brigade and interning at the Pendleton Story Theatre Workshop. Welcome to the team, Norah!

Carlos Lasuncet moved to North Portland from Los Angeles in 2007. He brought with him years of music experience from working in recording studios and performance venues. He is a dedicated educator, working at Open Meadow Middle School as a science and music teacher. He enjoys any opportunity to share his knowledge and lifelong passion for music with children, and hopes to inspire young students to learn how to express themselves though music.

Noah Kite has been in a turbulent relationship with the guitar since he was eleven. He didn’t realize it then, but that black and cream Stratocaster knock-off his mother purchased him over a decade ago was a bridge so vast it stretched beyond any horizon his kid mind could conceive. As the years progressed this slowly became evident studying with a number of other musicians and performing around Portland in a variety of bands. When he takes the time to reflect on how it helped him to flesh out his ideas it’s clear that the skills and concepts he developed expanded far beyond the framework of music. Now almost finished with his bachelors in psychology, he understands the full value of an artistic outlet and enjoys imparting the tools that develop into an enriching creative experience and more. Welcome Noah!

Linda Chace is an active performer, she is a singer and guitarist and performed folk music for many years all over the west coast. She has performed in many musical theatrical productions including, “Anything Goes”, “Where’s Charli”, “Westside Story”, “Cabaret”, “Finians Rainbow”, “Amahle and the Night Vistors” and many more! Linda performs gigs with her two children, Laura and Alec throughout Portland. Linda has directed both “Suessical Junior” and “Alice in Wonderland Junior” with Peninsula Park Community Center and we are glad to have her back again this Summer.

Haley Maddox is a native Portlander who has a background in musical theatre and jazz. She is currently studying voice at Portland State University and has sung in many ensembles. She was on the Cleveland High School Sundancers dance team for four years.

Laura Chace is an accomplished singer, guitarist and song-writer who performs often in the Portland area. She has been invvolved in numerous musical theatrical productions including “Honk”, “Bye Bye Birdie” , “In a Different Light” and numerous others. She was the founder of one of the first women’s teen accapella groups in her high school. She has traveled extensively to Africa, India, Austrillia, and New Zealand and incorporates musical and dance styles of those countries into her music and performances.

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Dance • Theatre • Music Exploring Movement Course Descriptions Ballet For Two

age: 18mo-4yrs

Introduce your child to this beautiful form of dance! Step along together practicing barre, floor work & the creative process. Experience a gentle approach to movements children will recognize from “The Nutcracker” & “Swan Lake”, while gaining agility & flexibility.

Dance Creatively

age: 2-4

Experience the joy of dance & music as they are intertwined into exciting movement just for young imaginations. Dance inspires creative thinking & motion while dancers gain flexibility, strength, rhythm & balance to sustain them as they learn & grow.

Dance! Dance! Dance!

age: 1-2½yrs

Spin like a top! Jump like a kangaroo & hop like a bunny!

Develop large motor skills, coordination & rhythm. Strength & body awareness provides a wonderful initiation into the world of dance.

Terrific Twirling 2’s & 3’s

age: 2-3

Calling all toddlers! Explore very basic techniques in ballet & jazz. Discover exciting methods of movement using dance, activities & games that work on coordination, flexibility, rhythm & body awareness.

Dance Course Descriptions For Adult Dance, see description on page 24 Ballet - Pre Ballet Where Dreams Begin

age: 3-6

Ballet - Pre Ballet Joie De Vivre!

age: 3-7

Earliest preparation of time honored training in classical ballet. Agility, grace, coordination, movement & rhythm improves strength while providing the nurturing atmosphere to learn the discipline required. n of time honored training in this classical form of movement. A nurturing atmosphere encourages development of poise, grace, self-discipline, beautiful posture, strength & increased stamina. Increase & expand your technique & terminology building on earlier foundations.

Ballet - PrePrimary

age: 5-6

Stretch mind and body with this classical dance style. Increase balance, rhythm & coordination while improving strength & flexibility in a supportive environment.

Ballet - Basics

age: 8 & up

Explore this joyful dance style & increase agility, grace & coordination. Develop a firm foundation in classical technique while gaining music knowledge & arts appreciation.

Dance Course Descriptions (continued) Funk & Hip Hop

age: 6-14

Want to move like the artists in the latest music videos? Get into a great aerobic activity & build endurance, strength & balance.

Tap Dance - Tiny Tappers

age: 3-6

Tiny Hip Hoppers

age: 3-6

Little feet tap to the beat! Get a great start on an exciting & lively American dance form through tap, marching & rhythm exercises while increasing balance & coordination. Perfect introduction!

Little feet move to the beat! Catch the groove while increasing balance, coordination & strength. Boogaloo down to those lively tunes with safe & cool moves. Class is modified for younger ages with appropriate dance moves.

Music Course Descriptions Voice Private Lessons

age: 6 & up

Refine your sound with one-on-one training in proper technique. Get expert advice on breath control, diction & musical interpretation. Build poise & presence, expressing yourself through your unique instrument.

Violin Private Lessons age: 6 & up Focus on playing pieces, building technique, reading music & ear training while developing abilities through songs & exercises. Working at your own pace, explore an instrument equally at home in bluegrass or classical music. Musical study expands one’s appreciation as a listener as well.

Guitar Private Lessons

age: 6 & up

Always wanted to start playing or improve upon existing skills? One-on-one time in a private setting can boost confidence as well as musical abilities. From classical to popular, explore styles of interest!

Music Exploring Together

age: 2-3½

Sing songs, join in games & discover how to play different rhythm instruments. Uncover basic musical concepts by creating different worlds of sound together. Develop friendships while developing an ear & a joy for ensemble playing.

Piano Private Lessons

age: 6 & up

Now is your moment! Become part of a time-honored tradition - discover the joy of playing a musical instrument! Study proper techniques enabling you to gain confidence, finger dexterity & a sense of accomplishment. Hear the results right away!

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Portland Parks & Recreation - Winter 2013

We have a trampoline!

Gymnastics S t r e t c h yourself this season with our

We have added a trampoline to our equipment! We have a trampoline, vault, small bar, and low and high beam, all gymnastics classes will use the trampoline periodically.

Gymnastics Classes!

Preschool Gymnastics Tumbling & Trampoline For Tots age: 3-4 Creep like a crab, roll like a log, leap like a leopard.

Develop coordination, build strength & gain selfconfidence with basic tumbling tricks & trampoline jumps, drops & combinations.

Parent/Child Gymnastics Tumbling For Tots age: 18mos-2 1/2 Physical activity enhances the development of cognitive skills. Enhance & refine gross motor skills, strengthen shoulder, arm & hand muscles, & develop a sense of balance, strength & coordination.

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11:15-11:45am Classes: 5 1/7-2/11 11:15-11:45am Classes: 4 2/25-3/18 11:15-11:45am Classes: 6 1/10-2/14 11:15-11:45am Classes: 5 2/21-3/28 10:15-10:45am Classes: 6 1/11-2/15 10:15-10:45am Classes: 5 2/22-3/29 9:30-10am Classes: 8 1/26-3/16

$25 $20 $30 $25 $30 $25 $40

Gymnastics -Romp & Roll age: 2-3 Leap, flip & spin! Together, explore animal walks, swinging & springing in an introduction to tumbling.

Gain strength & flexibility by playing independent & group games.

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M M Th Th Th Th F F

9:15-10am 9:15-10am 10:15-11am 10:15-11am 3:15-4pm 3:15-4pm 9:15-10am 9:15-10am

Classes: 5 1/7-2/11 Classes: 4 2/25-3/18 Classes: 6 1/10-2/14 Classes: 5 2/21-3/28 Classes: 6 1/10-2/14 Classes: 5 2/21-3/28 Classes: 6 1/11-2/15 Classes: 5 2/22-3/29

12 Peninsula Park Community Center

$37 $30 $44 $37 $44 $37 $44 $37

503-823-3620

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M M Th Th Sa F F

10:15-11am 10:15-11am 12-12:45pm 12-12:45pm 11:15-12pm 11-11:45am 11-11:45am

Classes: 5 1/7-2/11 Classes: 4 2/25-3/18 Classes: 6 1/10-2/14 Classes: 5 2/21-3/28 Classes: 8 1/26-3/16 Classes: 6 1/11-2/15 Classes: 5 2/22-3/29

$37 $30 $44 $37 $58 $44 $37

Gymnastics - Preschool age: 4-5 Test your balance while learning skill development exercises involving jumping & landing, balances & poses, body awareness & flexibility & movement.

Your child will enjoy learning the basics in a fun, noncompetitive way. Build self-esteem & confidence, sharpen problem solving skills & increase your motor & coordination skills.

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M M Th Th F F

12-12:45pm 12-12:45pm 9:15-10am 9:15-10am 12-12:45pm 12-12:45pm

Classes: 5 1/7-2/11 Classes: 4 2/25-3/18 Classes: 6 1/10-2/14 Classes: 5 2/21-3/28 Classes: 6 1/11-2/15 Classes: 5 2/22-3/29

$37 $30 $44 $37 $44 $37

Gymnastics - Preschool Star Power age: 4-6 Get ready to move on up! Young gymnasts benefit from concentrated small group lessons to sharpen skills & acquire new techniques to practice between classes.

Improves coordination, balance & flexibility while increasing self esteem. Take a quantum leap!

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3:15-4pm 3:15-4pm 10:15-11am

Classes: 5 1/7-2/11 Classes: 4 2/25-3/18 Classes: 8 1/26-3/16

$37 $30 $58

Portland Parks & Recreation

Gymnastics Youth Gymnastics Gymnastics Foundations age: 6-10 Roll, stretch, balance & leap! A noncompetitive way to build self-esteem & instill confidence. Develop strength, agility, coordination & balance involving jumping & landing exercises while gaining basic skills. Proven techniques stressing repetition & safety developed as your building blocks to success.

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3:15-4pm

Classes: 8 1/26-3/16

$64

Gymnastics -Rhythmic Moves & Motions! age: 6-10 Delight in the combination of , gymnastics & apparatus handling, such as hoop, ball, ribbon, rope & clubs, exposing grace, athleticism & the beauty of ballet.

Discover this challenging, exciting sport through routines offering total body movement, creativity & self expression.

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4:15-5pm 4:15-5pm

Classes: 5 1/7-2/11 Classes: 4 2/25-3/18

$40 $32

Tumbling & Trampoline age: 6-10 Creep like a crab, roll like a log, leap like a leopard.

Develop coordination, build strength & gain selfconfidence with basic tumbling tricks & trampoline jumps, drops & combinations.

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4:15-5pm 4:15-5pm

Classes: 6 1/10-2/14 Classes: 5 2/21-3/28

$48 $40

Gymnastics -II Beginning Continued age: 6-10 Movin’ on up! Progressive methods allow you to develop tumbling expertise at your own rate while building confidence, strength, agility & grace. Fun, fundamentals & fitness are the primary goals while increasing skill on the mat & equipment.

391863 Sa

12:15-1pm

Classes: 8 1/26-3/16

$64

Gymnastics -Intermediate NEW! age: 10-14 Send your child for a tumble on the ‘wild side!’

Cartwheels, handstands, pull over back hip circles, tuck jumps, split leaps and beyond. Offer your child an opportunity for a ‘balanced’ gymnastics background, a chance to ‘get on the beam’. Students must have prior gymnastics experience to take this class.

392025 Sa

2:15-3pm

Classes: 8 1/26-3/16

$64

Gymnastics -Older Beginners Continued age: 10-14 Do you want to learn to tumble? Here’s a chance especially for you! Increase your strength, develop coordination & balance through basic skills including tumbling, handstands, & an introduction to the beam, vault & bar. This class is suitable for beginners and those with some experience.

391864 Sa

1:15-2pm

Classes: 8 1/26-3/16

$64

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Portland Parks & Recreation - Winter 2013 Parent/Child Language

Parent/Child Messy Art

Sign Language Essentials age: 6mo-3 Enhance two-way communication with young ones before they can speak. Explore basic conversation with pre-verbal babies, develop movement symbols applicable to the daily care of your child & deepen a connection few other parents experience!

Art Babies! age: 9mo-17mo Discover the possibilities! It’s all about the experience colors, textures, shapes & sensory sensations. Develops small muscles in fingers, hand-eye coordination, selfexpression & language through adult-child interaction.

Great start to a lifetime of imagination!

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3:15-4pm 3:15-4pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 5

1/11-2/15 2/22-3/22

$29 $24

3:30-4pm 3:30-4pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 5

1/10-2/14 2/21-3/21

$29 $24

Messy Art - Winter Wonderland age: 18mo-5 Silly snowmen, sparkly snowflakes & many other winter crafts are brought to life using mixed media. Creative thinking & self-expression stressed. Enjoy, encourage & excite your child through art. Wear clothes that can handle paint. Dress For Mess.

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Cooking - Young Chefs’ Adventures age: 3-5 Does your child enjoy watching you prepare food?

Through simple recipes, we introduce kitchen vocabulary, techniques, tools, topics like etiquette, nutrition, safety, math, & perhaps new foods, too!

Inspire, excite, & feed the curiosity of your culinary artist in the making. No class 1/21.

11:35-12:05pm Classes: 5 11:35-12:05pm Classes: 4

1/07-2/11 2/25-3/18

$29 $24

Family Language Sign Language For The Family age: 7&up Always feel left out of the conversation? Discover the second most used language in this country as you learn to speak with your hands! By participating in activities with your family, you’ll strengthen bonds & increase acceptance of others around us.

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6:30-7:30pm Classes: 5 6:30-7:30pm Classes: 5

1/08-2/05 2/19-3/19

$24 $24

Youth Art Drawing - The Wildlife Of Africa age: 6-13 Will they survive? Discover the wonders of the animal kingdom. Sketch elephants, rhinos, lions & tigers utilizing basic drawing skills of shading & depth.

Increase your knowledge of the ‘Dark Continent’ & its environmental struggle.

394862 Sa

12-1pm

Classes: 8

14 Peninsula Park Community Center

1/10-2/14

$29

Messy Art age: 18mo-5 Hands-on experiences with arts & crafts you might not want to try at home. The joy of creative thinking & self-expression are brought to life using mixed media.

Parents act as child’s assistant. Dress For Mess!

Preschool Cooking

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9:45-10:15am Classes: 6

1/26-3/16

$32

503-823-3620

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9:45-10:15am Classes: 5 9:45-10:15am Classes: 4 9:45-10:15am Classes: 5

1/7-2/11 2/25-3/18 2/21-3/21

$24 $20 $24

Portland Parks & Recreation Parent/Child Sports (Parent Must Participate)

Birthday Party Packages

Sports Start age: 18mo–3 Throw & Catch! Kick & Run! Together develop motor skills necessary to successful game participation. Gain strength & stamina, increase listening skills, build confidence & self-esteem exploring the basics in a variety of activities!

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10-10:30am 10-10:30am 12-12:30pm

Classes: 6 1/9-2/13 Classes: 5 2/20-3/27 Classes: 8 1/26-3/16

$30 $25 $40

Balls! Balls! Bonanza age: 18mo-3 Bounce! Throw! Toss! Kick! Unleash that excess energy in a constructive environment. Engage in independent & group games while developing color recognition, adult/child communication, hand-eye coordination & large motor skills. Get into the ‘sphere’ of fun!

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Tu Tu W W

11:30-12pm 11:30-12pm 9:15-9:45am 9:15-9:45am

Classes: 6 1/8-2/12 Classes: 5 2/19-3/26 Classes: 6 1/9-2/13 Classes: 5 2/20-3/27

$30 $25 $30 $25

Soccer -First Timers age: 18mo-3 Get big kicks from little feet. Basics include dribbling, trapping, coordination & running. Discover team play & make new friends in a safe, positive atmosphere.

Skills! Drills! Thrills!

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11:30-12pm 11:30-12pm 9:30-10am

Classes: 6 1/9-2/13 Classes: 5 2/20-3/27 Classes: 8 1/26-3/16

$30 $25 $40

at Peninsula Park Community Center

We offer packages based on our popular drop-in programs and Classes: Indoor Park • Messy Art • Super Sports Time • Gymnastics • Baby Gym ...or, create your own!

Party Packages range from: $120-$160 Call 503-823-3620 to apply or to discuss designing your own party with the rental coordinator.

All parties start at two hours and include 15 minutes before and after for set up and clean up. Renter is responsible for party supplies as well as set up and clean up. Peninsula Park CC will set up special equipment for all parties and will provide instruction for Messy Art, Super Sports Time, and Gymnastics parties.

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Portland Parks & Recreation - Winter 2013 Preschool Sports Baseball Lil’ Batters age: 3-5 Your batting future starts here! Discover the excitement of this American game. Develop fundamental skills that support quality play & good sportsmanship in a cooperative environment.

391944 Sa

10:15-11am

Classes: 8 1/26-3/16

$58

Basketball -Team Play Little Tykes age: 3-5 Join in an original American sport! Develop strength, coordination & ball skills while improving your individual abilities. Focus on sportsmanship, cooperative play, safety & participation.

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10:30-11:15am Classes: 6 1/9-2/13 10:30-11:15am Classes: 5 2/20-3/27

Basketball For Little Hoopers!

Want to learn how to dribble, shoot or play defense like the pros?

Fundamentals include ball handling, shooting techniques & footwork.

Increase eye-hand coordination, selfconfidence & build teamwork skills through games & drills.

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$44 $37

age: 4-6 Inclu tourna des a m other ent with center Saturd s on March ay, 16 th!

12:45-1:30pm Classes: 8 1/26-3/16

$58

Sports -Floor Hockey Starters age: 3-5 Don’t know how to ice skate, but want to play hockey?

Put on your tennis shoes & join the action! Practice skills like stick-handling, passing & shooting. Get improved speed, control & team strategy. Sticks down, excitement up!

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10:30-11:15am Classes: 6 1/8-2/12 10:30-11:15am Classes: 5 2/19-3/26

16 Peninsula Park Community Center

$44 $37

503-823-3620

Sports -Run! Jump! Kick! age: 3-5 Junior athletes on the move! Obstacle courses, group games & activities are exciting & challenging for all!

Develop strength & agility while building teamwork.

Get ready for a recreation extravaganza! A great way to burn excess energy!

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12-12:45pm 12-12:45pm

Classes: 6 1/8-2/12 Classes: 5 2/19-3/26

$44 $37

Soccer -Start Kicking age: 3-5 Develop your motor skills for dribbling, trapping & kicking with an emphasis on ball control. Basics are introduced using games, obstacles & mini-matches.

Increase self-esteem & build a love for the game in a non-competitive environment with emphasis on cooperation & participation.

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M M Tu Tu W W W W Sa

12-12:45pm 12-12:45pm 9:30-10:15am 9:30-10:15am 12-12:45pm 12-12:45pm 3:15-4pm 3:15-4pm 11:15-12pm

Classes: 5 1/7-2/11 Classes: 4 2/25-3/18 Classes: 6 1/8-2/12 Classes: 5 2/19-3/26 Classes: 6 1/9-2/13 Classes: 5 2/20-3/27 Classes: 6 1/9-2/13 Classes: 5 2/20-3/27 Classes: 8 1/26-3/16

$37 $30 $44 $37 $44 $37 $44 $37 $58

Sports Mania age: 4-6 Let’s play all sorts of games. Start with the basics of team play with activities such as t-ball, soccer & basketball. Athletics help increase coordination, listening skills, muscle development & strength. What a blast!

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3:15-4pm 3:15-4pm

Classes: 5 1/7-2/11 Classes: 4 2/25-3/18

$37 $30

Portland Parks & Recreation

2012-2013 Academic Preschool Program Program Information All registration is first come, first served Children must be fully potty trained.

September payment is due August 13, 2012.

Registration packets are only available at time of registration.

Please bring immunization records, emergency/medical contact information, and non-refundable $35 supply fee with you when registering.

Our programs begin the week of September 10, 2012. We follow the Portland Public School calendar in regards to holidays and breaks. Our last day of preschool will be May 24, 2013. Students typically begin in September, however we sometimes have openings during the school year.

Pre-register for Fall 2013!

Pre Kindergarten

age: 4 -5 Child must be 4 years old by September 1, 2012 Make new connections developing social & emotional skills!

Opportunities for discovery, exploration & socialization fosters a positive self-concept through activities including ABC’s, arts, numbers, games, stories, songs & themes. Build self-confidence, independence & creative thinking through manipulative activities, reading readiness & positive reinforcement. Instructor J. Kilby 369589

Section A

M,W,F

Current Students register on March 1st New Students register on March 15th

Preschool

age: 3-4 Child must be 4 years old by September 1, 2012 Creative play in a supportive environment is important to a child’s positive overall development. Make friends playing, painting, singing & sharing. Provides structured time during early childhood to enhance physical, mental, emotional & social growth & development. Instructor J. Kilby 369590

Section B

Tu & Th

9:30am-12pm

$95 per month if paid by the 4th

9:30am-12pm

$115 if paid between 5th-15th

$125 per month if paid by the 4th

$145 if paid between 5th-15th

Preschool Adventures (Integrated Ages)

age: 3-5

Child must be 4 years old by September 1, 2012 Set out for a journey of discovery! Art, sports, stories & exploration time - many different activities that encourage the use of gross motor skills & hand-eye coordination. Increase socialization while stimulating imagination in both active & relaxing segments. Let the playtime begin! Instructor J. Kilby 369591

Section C

M,W,F

12:45-3:15pm

Preschool For Little Ones

Child must be 4 years old by September 1, 2012 Are You Ready? Play is the essential work of childhood, worthy of respect & encouragement. Curriculum designed to include stories; games & songs provide playful interaction while setting the stage for exploration, socialization & fostering a positive self-concept. Instructor K. Wheeler 369594

Section D

Tu & Th

12:45-3:15pm

$95 per month if paid by the 4th $115 if paid between 5th-15th

Section E

M & W

10 -11:30am

$65 per month if paid by the 4th $85 if paid between 5th-15th

$125 per month if paid by the 4th $145 if paid between 5th-15th 369592

age: 21/2-3

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Section F Tu & Th 10 -11:30am $65 per month if paid by the 4th $85 if paid between 5th-15th Register On-Line at www.PortlandParks.org 17

Portland Parks & Recreation - Winter 2013 Youth Sports Basketball -KBA Positive Play League age: 7-10 Dribble, Pass, Shoot & Score. It’s a bucket! Build confidence & self-esteem in this non-competitive, entry level league in a safe environment. Focuses on skill development ball handling, passing, teamwork & sportsmanship through team play. Games will begin Friday, February 8th at Charles Jordan Community Center.

391968 Tu

5:30-6:45pm

Classes: 7

1/29-3/12

$30

Sports -Track & Field Cross Country age: 8-12 Dare to run! Explore running fundamentals to increase distance & build stamina. Get your feet moving & improve skills & abilities. It’s time to challenge yourself! Races will be held either Fridays or Saturdays -locations and times TBA. We practice rain or shine.

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4:15-5pm 4:15-5pm

Classes: 11 1/7-2/13 Classes: 9 2/20-3/20

$66 $54

Intergenerational Martial Arts Martial Arts - Little Dragons age: 4-6 Did you know there are right & wrong ways to assert yourself? Discover those differences, funnel your energy, gain self-discipline & confidence. Increase physical stamina, mental focus, balance & posture while building respect, character & cooperation.

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6-6:30pm 6-6:30pm

Classes: 6 1/10-2/14 Classes: 5 2/21-3/21

$30 $30

Martial Arts - Karate For Kids age: 7-14 Join over 40 million people who practice this Korean martial art. Increase agility & strength while improving coordination using kicks, punches & blocks. Parents, children & families are welcome.

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Classes: 11 1/7-2/14 Classes: 9 2/21-3/21

$44 $36

Martial Arts - Karate age: 14&up Explore the satisfaction of an ancient discipline known to balance the body, soul & mind. Encourages mental concentration allied with swift powerful action. Training for the whole body using routines that reduce stress & build strength & flexibility.

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7:30-8:30pm 7:30-8:30pm

Classes: 11 1/7-2/14 Classes: 9 2/21-3/21

18 Peninsula Park Community Center

503-823-3620

$44 $36

Mr. Thurman Landers, a second-degree black belt, has been teaching Karate since 1971. He teaches children and adult classes and is both welcoming and disciplined in his approach. He says about his class, “The martial arts are not about age; they are about attitude, the willingness to learn, and the ability to master the gifts we really have – our bodies and minds.”

Portland Parks & Recreation Girl’s Group

Join the Girls Inc. group at Peninsula Park Community Center and be strong, smart, and bold! Girls will do activities from the Operation SMART (science, math, and relevant technology) program. Girls will do fun hands-on science experiments and engineering projects (like making “goo”, making ice cream, creating clothing and having a fashion show, and various other inventions). They’ll also learn about different careers in those fields – all while having a blast with other girls!

Empower Yourself! – with Girls, Inc age: 9-11 Gossip got you down? Escape the drama and build confidence, communication skills and self-esteem through crafts, skits, & active games. While making new friends, develop problem solving skills & learn ways to overcome bullying. This course is the Operation SMART curriculum taught by Girls, Inc. 394093 W

4-5:30pm

Classes: 10 1/9-3/13

$10

Join us for our annual parent/child egg hunt! $2.50 per child, Ages 18 mos - 5 yrs Wednesday, March 27th @ 10am Course #392417 Pre-registration by March 22nd is required.

Call us at 503-823-3620 or register online.

Register now!

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Portland Parks & Recreation - Winter 2013

Winter Break Camps Preschool Camp

Art & Dance Camps

Walkin’ In A Winter Wonderland! age: 3-5 Sleigh bells ring! Are you listenin’? Make snow glisten’ discovering delights of the season - snowmen, twinkling stars, frosty windows! Express creativity with a variety of media while stimulating the mind & enhancing fine motor skills. Discover why winter is wonderful!

Tumbling & Acrobatics Adventure age: 4-6 Spring into action! Increase body awareness, balance, strength, flexibility & spatial awareness. Partner exercises may include handstands, standing on another’s shoulders & other stunts. Improve your agility & balance while developing life long friendships.

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385470 M-Th 9-10:30am 385473 M-Th 10:30-12pm

M-Th 9:30-12pm Classes: 4 M-Th 12:45-3:15pm Classes: 4 W-F 9:30-12pm Classes: 3 W-F 9:30-12pm Classes: 3

12/17-12/20 12/17-12/20 12/26-12/28 12/26-12/28

$39 $39 $30 $30

Kids Day Off Camps Daily Day Camp age: 6-12 Encounter new activities everyday! Build self-esteem, cooperative skills & respect for others through active & quiet games, arts & crafts & stories! Let your enthusiasm & energy loose with activities too good to miss!

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9-5:30pm 9-5:30pm

Classes: 5 12/17-12/21 $120 Classes: 3 12/26-12/28 $72

Horseback Riding Camp age: 8-14 High Ho Silver! Share your passion for horses as you ride different breeds & learn about basic care, grooming, equipment & parts of the horse. Develop safety awareness & increase balance, confidence & selfcontrol while feeding & grooming the horses.

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9-3pm 9-3pm

Classes: 1 Classes: 1

12/26 12/27

Classes: 4 Classes: 4

12/17-12/20 $35 12/17-12/20 $35

Dance Bootcamp age: 4-6 Groove yourself fit with a trifecta of rhythmic movement including ballet, jazz & hip hop. Focus on technique, style & creative expression while improving balance, strength & personal fitness. Explore a world of motion to music from many angles while discovering the method that best reflects your personality & brings the most joy!

385476 M-Th

1-2:30pm

Classes: 4

12/17-12/20 $35

Circus Arts Camp age: 7-12 Ever wonder what it’s like to be performing under the ‘Big Top’? Explore the tricks & expertise of circus acrobats! Gain strength through tumbling, bending & balancing while increasing flexibility, coordination & endurance. Develop skills such as handstands, cartwheels, bridges & splits! A unique opportunity!

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1-5pm 9-1pm

Classes: 5 Classes: 3

12/17-12/21 $60 12/26-12/28 $36

$30 $30

Theatre - Bits & Pieces Of The Classics age: 7-14 Using Shakespeare, Dickens, O’Neil, Sophocles & other writers, participants develop acting skills & enhance their self confidence, working on monologues & scenes to create a performance piece.

385477 W-F

1-5pm

Classes: 3

12/26-12/28 $36

Camp - Dance & Art Together! age: 7-12 The ultimate in a creative camp! Sample ballet, jazz & creative movement while exploring a variety art mediums such as paint, clay & fabric. Grow creatively as a visual artist while getting a workout through rhythms & steps.

385474 M-F

20 Peninsula Park Community Center

503-823-3620

9-1pm

Classes: 5

12/17-12/21 $60

Portland Parks & Recreation

Sports Camps Basketball Camp - Little Kidz League age: 4-6 There’s a first time for everything! We don’t keep score, so you can concentrate on skill building such as dribbling, passing & shooting! What is a free throw?

Or a jump ball? Increase coordination & endurance gaining experience in a real game! Hoop it up!

Basketball - Building Skills Camp age: 7-12 Sharpen your basketball skills. Learn important individual & team skills like dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding & defending. We strive to provide a safe & fun environment which promotes sportsmanship, fair play & a solid understanding of the game.

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385484 W-F

9-10:30am

Classes: 3

12/26-12/28 $26

1-5pm

Classes: 3

12/26-12/28 $36

Soccer - Start Kicking Camp age: 4-6 Develop your motor skills for dribbling, trapping & kicking with an emphasis on ball control. Basics are introduced using games, obstacles & mini-matches.

Increase self-esteem & build a love for the game in a non-competitive environment with emphasis on cooperation & participation.

Soccer Camp - FUNdamentals age: 7-12 Gain insight into basics of attack, defense, goal tending & ball handling. Focus on techniques, tactics & physical fitness in a safe environment. Build strength in an environment of sportsmanship & fair play. Develop outstanding dribbling skills & exceptional field vision & awareness. You will see dramatic improvement!

385479 M-Th

385481 M-F

9-10:30am

Classes: 4

12/17-12/20 $35

1-5pm

Classes: 5

12/17-12/21 $60

Bowling Camp! Poppin’ Pins! age: 7-12 Are you ever bored? Hanging out at the local lanes is the perfect activity for you & your friends. It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or advanced bowler - all levels are encouraged to come join in for a fun time!

385581 M-F

9-1pm

Classes: 5

12/17-12/21 $60

Documentary Production for Teens Film As A Fine Art Medium Documentary Production for Teens

age: 11-17

You can draw & paint on paper & canvas, but did you know you can create on 16MM film? Explore color, texture & composition while applying your own creations to a moving image. Gain the skills & knowledge to continue working with this exciting form of art. Provides students with experiences using digital media to tell stories, share, and explore their world.

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11-2pm 12-2pm

Classes: 1 Classes: 8

12/29 1/19-3/9

FREE! (Workshop) $50

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Portland Parks & Recreation - Winter 2013 Spring Break Camps Preschool Spring Break Fun! age: 3-5 Discover action-packed days filled with arts, crafts, music, sports, active games & cooking! Playing, singing, painting & doing activities together builds teamwork, self-discipline & respect for self & others. Happy days are here again!

392759 M-Th 9:30-12pm Classes: 4 392760 M-Th 12:45-3:15pm Classes: 4

3/25-3/28 3/25-3/28

$35 $35

Camp - Circus Arts age: 7-12 Ever wonder what it’s like to be performing under the ‘Big Top’? Explore the tricks & expertise of circus acrobats!

Gain strength through tumbling, bending & balancing while increasing flexibility, coordination & endurance.

Develop skills such as handstands, cartwheels, bridges & splits! A unique opportunity! Campers must provide lunch if participating in both morning & afternoon camps.

Please bring a lunch, water bottle and a snack.

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9-1pm 1-5pm

Classes: 4 Classes: 4

3/25-3/29 3/25-3/29

$60 $60

Camp - Fantastic Circus Arts! age: 4-6 Experience the excitement & joy of theater through clowning, juggling, & improvisation. Nurture inner strength & individuality while gaining the confidence to present yourself in front of a group. Campers please bring a water bottle & snack.

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9-12pm

Classes: 5

3/25-3/29

$45

Camp - Tennis Kids age: 4-6 Discover the fun & excitement of a game you can play for a lifetime. Basic elements of forehand, backhand, volley & serve strokes, positions & footwork emphasized. Develop eye-hand coordination & increase agility while learning the rules & fundamentals of scoring.

Please bring a water bottle & snack.

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Adventure Zone – Spring Break Camp age: 6-12 Good times galore! Make new friends in a creative theme adventure where imagination & discovery lead the way. Develop cooperation & teamwork while exploring active games & sports, artistic endeavors, music, science & more. Let your enthusiasm & energy loose with activities too good to miss.

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9-5:30pm

Classes: 5

3/25-3/29 $120

Camp - Horseback Riding Lessons age: 8-14 High Ho Silver! Share your passion for horses as you ride different breeds & learn about basic care, grooming, equipment & parts of the horse. Develop safety awareness & increase balance, confidence & selfcontrol while feeding & grooming the horses. Please bring a lunch, water bottle, and a snack.

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8:30-3pm 8:30-3pm 8:30-3pm

Classes: 1 Classes: 1 Classes: 1

22 Peninsula Park Community Center

3/25 3/26 4/12

$60 $60 $60

503-823-3620

1-5pm

Classes: 5

3/25-3/29

$35

Camp - Tennis - Pee Wee age: 4-6 A ball in one hand, a racket in the other; a start to a lifelong love of the game. Enhance physical fitness, hand-eye coordination & agility while developing new skills that will bring exciting times to the court. Please bring a water bottle.

394869 M-Th 9:00-10:30am Classes: 4 394870 M-Th 10:30-12pm Classes: 4

3/25-3/28 3/25-3/28

$35 $35

Camp - Dance & Art Together! age: 7-12 The ultimate in a creative camp! Sample ballet, jazz & creative movement while exploring a variety art mediums such as paint, clay & fabric. Grow creatively as a visual artist while getting a workout through rhythms & steps. Please bring a water bottle and snack.

391550 M-F

1-5pm

Classes: 5

3/25-3/29

$60

Portland Parks & Recreation Adult Private Music Lessons Music - Guitar Private Lessons age: 6 & up Always wanted to start playing or improve upon existing skills? One-on-one time in a private setting can boost confidence as well as musical abilities. From classical to popular, explore styles of interest! No class 1/21. Instructor: Noah

Music - Private Voice Lessons age: 6 & up Refine your sound with one-on-one training in proper technique. Get expert advice on breath control, diction & musical interpretation. Build poise & presence, expressing yourself through your unique instrument.

Instructor: Haley

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Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 4 Classes: 6 Classes: 4 Classes: 4 Classes: 4 Classes: 4

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5-5:30pm 5:30-6pm 6-6:30pm 6:30-7pm 7-7:30pm 7:30-8pm 5-5:30pm 5:30-6pm 6-6:30pm 6:30-7pm 7-7:30pm 7:30-8pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5

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Music - Piano Private Lessons age: 6 & up Now is your moment! Become part of a timehonored tradition - discover the joy of playing a musical instrument! Study proper techniques enabling you to gain confidence, finger dexterity & a sense of accomplishment. Hear the results right away!

Instructor: Carlos

Music - Violin Private Lessons age: 6 & up Focus on playing pieces, building technique, reading music & ear training while developing abilities through songs & exercises. Working at your own pace, explore an instrument equally at home in bluegrass or classical music. Musical study expands one’s appreciation as a listener as well.

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Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5

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6-6:30pm 6:30-7pm 7-7:30pm 7:30-8pm 8-8:30pm 8:30-9pm 6-6:30pm 6:30-7pm 7-7:30pm 7:30-8pm 8-8:30pm 8:30-9pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 6 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5 Classes: 5

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Portland Parks & Recreation - Winter 2013 Adult Arts (Dance/Movement & Drama) Beginning Drawing Plus Watercolors age: 13&up Express your unique vision with a variety of subjects in a supportive environment. Discover methods of mixing colors, laying washes & using value while increasing your skills at using these features as compositional elements.

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3:45-5pm 3:45-5pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 5

1/11-2/15 2/22-3/22

$42 $35

Ballet - It’s Never Too Late To Start age: 14 & up Transcend childhood dreams & dance! Improve coordination while developing agility, grace & poise.

A sensitive & caring atmosphere provides gentle toning, stretching & strengthening & injury prevention techniques. Attain goals for long term quality of life. $10 drop in fee. Limited sizes of Ballet & Tap shoes available to rent please call us.

391522 Sa

10-11am

Classes: 8

1/26-3/16

$48

Adult Private Music Lessons See our listings on the previous page

Ballet - Next Step Medley age: 14 & up Experience the time-honored traditions & grace of classical dance. Barre & floor work increase balance & improve posture & body alignment. Ideal for continuing dancers & those wanting the cross training benefits of agility & strength. $10 drop in fee. Limited sizes of Ballet & Tap shoes available to rent please call us.

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7-8pm 7-8pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 5

1/9-2/13 2/20-3/20

$36 $30

Tap Dance - It’s Never Too Late To Start age: 14 & up Childhood dreams become a reality in this exciting & lively American art form. Embrace your inner dancer with moves that improve balance, ankle strength & flexibility. Basic shuffle, toe tap & time steps may be included. $10 drop in fee. Limited sizes of Ballet & Tap shoes available to rent please call us.

391631 Sa

9-10am

Classes: 8

1/26-3/16

$48

Dance – Hip Hop Not Just for Kids! age: 14 & up Discover funk dancing! Check out an aerobic activity that helps build endurance, strength & balance while offering a beat that keeps you bouncing. The syncopation alone is worth it!

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8-9pm 8-9pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 5

1/9-2/13 2/20-3/20

$36 $30

The Historic Overlook House Need a memorable site for a special occasion? A quiet space for a meeting? The Historic Overlook House is just that place, perfect for your wedding, anniversary party, business retreat or any special event that deserves a beautiful and unique setting, in the heart of the city but off the beaten path. Built in 1927, the handsome brick and stucco Tudor residence sits on more than an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds.

Views of the Willamette River and Portland’s West Hills span from the grounds as well as the plentiful windows. Mature trees and lovely perennials frame the garden. A rose covered trellis creates a focal point for a romantic outdoor wedding or reception in summer and early fall. Inside, the charm of the original woodwork, beveled glass and tile fireplace offer an intimate setting for your event. The house and grounds are adaptable for indoor or outdoor events. Furniture and rooms can be arranged to fit your needs. Chairs, tables, dishes and silverware are available for your guests, along with a full kitchen for food preparation, do-it-yourself or by your caterer. The first floor is wheelchair accessible. Capacity for indoor events is 75 and outside events is 150. The Historic Overlook House is minutes from downtown Portland or from the airport. The house is open for tours every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. Reservations are not necessary, but if you call ahead we will know to expect you. We hope to see you soon.

24 Peninsula Park Community Center

503-823-3620

Portland Parks & Recreation Adult Fitness

Adult 55+

Zumba Fitness age: 18 & up Experience one of the fastest growing, dance-based fitness crazes in the country! People of all ages are falling in love with its infectious music, easy-to-follow dance moves, & body-beautifying benefits. Routines combine fast & slow rhythms to achieve a balance of cardio & muscle-toning benefits. A dynamic, exciting & effective workout! Move fast & have fun! $10 drop in fee. Thank you for choosing Portland Parks & Recreation. We look forward to seeing you!

Yoga For Strength age: 55+ Originating in India, this centuries old practice of exercise revitalizes both mind & body. Improve focus, release stress & tension while increasing strength & flexibility. An excellent way to learn to gauge & meet the ever changing demands of daily life. No class 1/21. $10 drop in fee.

391658 Tu 391659 Tu

6-7pm 6-7pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 4

1/8-2/12 2/19-3/19

$42 $35

Fitness - Pilates Mat age: 14 & up These non-impact exercises work the deep abdominal muscles to help achieve efficient & graceful movement.

These precise motions help to strengthen & stretch the body without adding bulk. Improve posture & experience a lowered risk of injury. No class 1/21. $10 drop in fee. Please provide your own mat for this class.

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7-8pm 7-8pm

Classes: 5 Classes: 4

1/7-2/11 2/25-3/18

$35 $28

Yoga - Premier age: 14 & up Relaxation is one of the most important & beneficial skills to learn. Benefit mind & body while expanding strength, stamina & flexibility. An excellent way to learn to meet the changing demands of daily life while increasing a sense of well being. $10 drop in fee.

391650 Tu 391651 Tu

7-8:15 pm 7-8:15 pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 5

1/8-2/12 2/19-3/19

$42 $35

Fitness - Sweet & Simple age: 16&up Your path to healthy living! Exercise using dance techniques to music inspires basic rhythms which develop strength, stamina, body-awareness & confidence in your ability to move. No need to be a dancer, simply to have the desire. $10 drop-in fee.

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5-6pm 5-6pm

Classes: 6 Classes: 5

1/8-2/12 2/19-3/19

$42 $35

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3-4pm 3-4pm 3-4pm 3-4pm

Classes: 5 Classes: 6 Classes: 4 Classes: 5

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Van Trip - Exploring Portland age: 55+ Oregon Rail Heritage Center & Spaghetti Factory. Get up close to three magnificent steam locomotives at the new enginehouse. After decades rusting outdoors these historic engines have been lovingly restored by volunteers, returned to life to tell the romantic adventure of how railroads shaped the west through steel & steam.

Bring $5 donation & money for lunch. For Mobility Rating Guide or if using a wheelchair, motorized scooter or need special assistance, please contact Senior Recreation at 503-823-4328 as soon as possible.

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$14

INCLUSION SERVICES FOR PEOPLE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS Within the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990, Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) provides accommodations to individuals with disabilities/special needs, so that they may receive an equal opportunity to fully participate in programs offered citywide.

How it Works

First choose the activity you’d like to do & the PP&R site at which you’d like to do it. Next, register for the class. When registering, let the person know that you will need accommodations in order to participate in the activity. Once registered, contact Inclusion Services at (503) 823-4328. If this is your first accommodation through Inclusion Services, you will need to do a phone intake with a staff member at that number. At the end of the phone intake it will be determined whether an assistant will be needed on the first day of the activity to provide on-site support at the age-appropriate class.

Future assistance will be provided based on need. The inclusion staff will work with the instructor on how to support the participant & accommodate their individual needs. A general program may be adapted using auxiliary aids & services, but the basic structure of the program remains the same. Accommodations are made as needed & can be flexible & creative, ensuring the participant engages as independently as possible.

If you have questions about Inclusion Services, please call 503-823-4328 V/TTY. A minimum of 10 business days (Monday-Friday) advance notice is required. The Inclusion Services staff will do their best to accommodate each participant.

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